Just got a new camera and looking to get into the hobby..

Ros3 · 18th March 2017, 10:28

So I have had an interest in photography for a while now but it has never gone much farther than snaps of the kids on holiday ect.. But I decided that the time was right to look at getting a new camera, so I bought a Canon EOS 1300D.. So far it seems all good but I really was looking for some advice on what accessories I need to buy to move on with the hobby.. Anybody give me some advice please. ??..

Rocket · 18th March 2017, 10:55

I would say the first thing is to understand fully how the camera settings can be controlled to obtain the picture you desire. Being able to use the camera in manual mode and be confident on getting a good result.(maybe you can already)

For accessories it really depends on what field of photography you wish to try next maybe

Landscape
Portrait
Action/sports
Macro
etc.

Each type of photography would maybe require different accessories.

Some accessories that most photographers would feel are a must to keep in their bag/cupboard

Tripod
Different lenses
Bag to keep it all in
External flash
Remote trigger

I am sure others will think of a few more things but I use all those things regularly.

This guy does good videos on all things photographic, here is a video on controlling the 1300d

Ros3 · 18th March 2017, 11:31

That's great thanks for that mate, I already have a tripod and a bag to keep everything in.. Do I really need an external flash ?. The flash on the camera seems fine, the camera can take an external flash though... I'm off to watch the video now.

Rocket · 18th March 2017, 13:21

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Originally Posted by Ros3

That's great thanks for that mate, I already have a tripod and a bag to keep everything in.. Do I really need an external flash ?. The flash on the camera seems fine, the camera can take an external flash though... I'm off to watch the video now.

I should have said off camera flash, not just external.

The flash would be needed (or some kind of lighting) if you were to get really keen on portraits or some macro shots etc. We all start using the onboard flash but no serious portrait photographer would use a flash mounted on the camera for portraits.

The flash is not the first thing on the list of things buy but I included it as one of the things that I personally use quite a bit and would be lost without.

Avulon · 18th March 2017, 14:32

I would have said tripod as well, as the main thing, I'd also suggest a mini tripod or grip mount as well - most of the time you won't carry the tripod out and about unless you absolutely know you'll want it. A little one you can set up on top of a wall or picnic table etc. is well worth it. I wouldn't bother about flash until you know you'll need one. In the meantime just try to get good well lit shots with no flash. Camera mounted flash vary quite a lot in their usefulness, some just make everything wash out no matter how you set them, and the majority will give red-eye on portraits. Best other suggestions is spare batteries so you always have one charged and ready, it's a real downer when you realise that you have a photo opportunity but the camera is 'dead'. and make sure you have way more memory storage than you think you'll need.

Ros3 · 18th March 2017, 15:35

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Originally Posted by Avulon

I would have said tripod as well, as the main thing, I'd also suggest a mini tripod or grip mount as well - most of the time you won't carry the tripod out and about unless you absolutely know you'll want it. A little one you can set up on top of a wall or picnic table etc. is well worth it. I wouldn't bother about flash until you know you'll need one. In the meantime just try to get good well lit shots with no flash. Camera mounted flash vary quite a lot in their usefulness, some just make everything wash out no matter how you set them, and the majority will give red-eye on portraits. Best other suggestions is spare batteries so you always have one charged and ready, it's a real downer when you realise that you have a photo opportunity but the camera is 'dead'. and make sure you have way more memory storage than you think you'll need.

Yip, I think a second battery is a good idea. Had a look on Ebay, there's a lot for my camera cheap and dear.. Should I just pick up a cheapo for my spare or go the full hog and get an official one ??..

Phil · 18th March 2017, 19:05

I bought a duracell battery for my canon. I think it seems to last a bit longer than the Canon battery.. That might be my imagination though...

I am assuming you only have the kit lens 18-55??
I bought an 18-200 Tamron lens for my Canon and it works great! It does almost everything I could possibly want it to without the need to change lenses.
I bought this lens so I could travel a bit lighter when I visited Japan last month.
It's made my 18-55 lens obsolete, but means I'm not constantly having to change lenses.
The only thing I would have done differently would have been to buy an 18-300 lens instead.
Now I am considering buying one with a larger zoom, but it is low down on the spend list at the moment. (I like (trying to) take moon pictures.)

As already said, get a couple of large high speed SD cards.

Avulon · 18th March 2017, 19:17

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Originally Posted by Ros3

Yip, I think a second battery is a good idea. Had a look on Ebay, there's a lot for my camera cheap and dear.. Should I just pick up a cheapo for my spare or go the full hog and get an official one ??..

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phil

I bought a duracell battery for my canon. I think it seems to last a bit longer than the Canon battery.. That might be my imagination though...

I am assuming you only have the kit lens 18-55??
I bought an 18-200 Tamron lens for my Canon and it works great! It does almost everything I could possibly want it to without the need to change lenses.
I bought this lens so I could travel a bit lighter when I visited Japan last month.
It's made my 18-55 lens obsolete, but means I'm not constantly having to change lenses.
The only thing I would have done differently would have been to buy an 18-300 lens instead.
Now I am considering buying one with a larger zoom, but it is low down on the spend list at the moment. (I like (trying to) take moon pictures.)

As already said, get a couple of large high speed SD cards.

As long as the spare battery is known brand there's no need to buy 'proper' they are always overpriced anyway. A flexible zoom as suggested is useful but does make the camera heavier to handle - and you may want to just check on the available apertures at various zooms - you may have a lower f-stop on the standard 55mm lens than you will on a 18-200 at the same 55m focal length. Having said that I generally prefer a longer focal length than 55mm for everything. (until I want wide angle of course!)

coolcat · 18th March 2017, 21:55

Shameless plug.......

I've got a couple of nice Sigma Canon fit lenses for sale here.......

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=235425

P.s, I'm with Paul on the use of external/off camera Flash.
Pretty much all my cat portraits use flash, even outside in bright sunlight to provide fill in/catch lights

Ros3 · 22nd March 2017, 16:42

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Originally Posted by coolcat

Shameless plug.......

I've got a couple of nice Sigma Canon fit lenses for sale here.......

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=235425

P.s, I'm with Paul on the use of external/off camera Flash.
Pretty much all my cat portraits use flash, even outside in bright sunlight to provide fill in/catch lights

That a lot of cash mate, but maybe down the line when I am more experienced

18th March 2017, 10:28	#1
Ros3 This is my second home Rover 75 V6 saloon (gone to the Rover garage in the sky), Mazda mx5 Phoenix. Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Cumnock Posts: 3,215 Thanks: 347 Thanked 157 Times in 92 Posts	Just got a new camera and looking to get into the hobby.. So I have had an interest in photography for a while now but it has never gone much farther than snaps of the kids on holiday ect.. But I decided that the time was right to look at getting a new camera, so I bought a Canon EOS 1300D.. So far it seems all good but I really was looking for some advice on what accessories I need to buy to move on with the hobby.. Anybody give me some advice please. ??..

18th March 2017, 10:55	#2
Rocket Posted a thing or two ROVER 75 CONNOISSEUR SE HIGHLINE TOURER MANUAL 2.5 V6 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Midhurst Posts: 1,680 Thanks: 679 Thanked 735 Times in 530 Posts	I would say the first thing is to understand fully how the camera settings can be controlled to obtain the picture you desire. Being able to use the camera in manual mode and be confident on getting a good result.(maybe you can already) For accessories it really depends on what field of photography you wish to try next maybe Landscape Portrait Action/sports Macro etc. Each type of photography would maybe require different accessories. Some accessories that most photographers would feel are a must to keep in their bag/cupboard Tripod Different lenses Bag to keep it all in External flash Remote trigger I am sure others will think of a few more things but I use all those things regularly. This guy does good videos on all things photographic, here is a video on controlling the 1300d __________________ Paul http://www.paulstickley.com/

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Avulon This is my second home 1.8t Tourer Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tanelorn Posts: 4,830 Thanks: 956 Thanked 1,148 Times in 916 Posts	I would have said tripod as well, as the main thing, I'd also suggest a mini tripod or grip mount as well - most of the time you won't carry the tripod out and about unless you absolutely know you'll want it. A little one you can set up on top of a wall or picnic table etc. is well worth it. I wouldn't bother about flash until you know you'll need one. In the meantime just try to get good well lit shots with no flash. Camera mounted flash vary quite a lot in their usefulness, some just make everything wash out no matter how you set them, and the majority will give red-eye on portraits. Best other suggestions is spare batteries so you always have one charged and ready, it's a real downer when you realise that you have a photo opportunity but the camera is 'dead'. and make sure you have way more memory storage than you think you'll need. __________________ Need a T4 ?: T4 Owners Map thanks to Stevestrat ( use at your own risk) Where?: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanelorn Mods/Retrofits: PCV vortex 'filter'; bluetooth; inline thermostat; reversing sensors; plenum spyhole ; headlamp washers ; Diy mp3 player replacing CD multichanger; FBH with remote; Headlamp washers; black/chrome front grille, rear blind; Xenon projectors To do: puddle lights; 2 Din cd/nav to fit; boot release button

18th March 2017, 19:05	#7
Phil This is my second home Rover 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wales Posts: 12,227 Thanks: 469 Thanked 523 Times in 241 Posts	I bought a duracell battery for my canon. I think it seems to last a bit longer than the Canon battery.. That might be my imagination though... I am assuming you only have the kit lens 18-55?? I bought an 18-200 Tamron lens for my Canon and it works great! It does almost everything I could possibly want it to without the need to change lenses. I bought this lens so I could travel a bit lighter when I visited Japan last month. It's made my 18-55 lens obsolete, but means I'm not constantly having to change lenses. The only thing I would have done differently would have been to buy an 18-300 lens instead. Now I am considering buying one with a larger zoom, but it is low down on the spend list at the moment. (I like (trying to) take moon pictures.) As already said, get a couple of large high speed SD cards. __________________

18th March 2017, 21:55	#9
coolcat This is my second home Audi Q3 TDI S-Line Quattro Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Clacton On Sea/On the boat somewhere Posts: 51,162 Thanks: 9,890 Thanked 12,235 Times in 8,232 Posts	Shameless plug....... I've got a couple of nice Sigma Canon fit lenses for sale here....... http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=235425 P.s, I'm with Paul on the use of external/off camera Flash. Pretty much all my cat portraits use flash, even outside in bright sunlight to provide fill in/catch lights __________________ Jeff. Last edited by coolcat; 18th March 2017 at 21:59..

18th March 2017, 11:31	#3
Ros3 This is my second home Rover 75 V6 saloon (gone to the Rover garage in the sky), Mazda mx5 Phoenix. Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Cumnock Posts: 3,215 Thanks: 347 Thanked 157 Times in 92 Posts	That's great thanks for that mate, I already have a tripod and a bag to keep everything in.. Do I really need an external flash ?. The flash on the camera seems fine, the camera can take an external flash though... I'm off to watch the video now.